DNA Of A Dangerous Church - Day 13
Day 13 - Wednesday, August 28
Read Philippians 1
Highlight
Paul’s letter to the church in Philippi was a personal letter of gratitude and joy. It does not seem to have been intended to be circulated like some of his other letters. He wrote to the Philippians to share his gratitude in the support they sent, to share with them the significance of his imprisonment, and to address the murmurs of disunity. Paul’s love and respect for this church community can be felt in the way he addresses them. While both the church and Paul are in somewhat dire situations, Paul encourages them to see how God is working, and how the Spirit is able to advance even in the midst of despair.
Reflection & Prayer
For this reading plan we will be using a tool to guide our study of Scripture that’s called the S.O.A.P. Method. It stands for Scripture, Observation, Application, and Prayer. We recommend you use a journal with this method and write out your thoughts on each of these areas for each day of reading. It doesn’t have to be long-winded and you don’t need a fancy journal. But for anyone that has not journaled before, the benefit is that it often helps us focus and avoid distractions during prayer and Bible study.
S.O.A.P. Method
Scripture - Pick a verse or two that stood out to you and write it in your journal. Be looking for a “Holy Spirit Highlight.” What did you read and think “I needed to hear that” or felt like it was written just for you?
Observation - Now write some observations about the verse(s) or passage. What is this passage or verse saying about God? About people? How is Jesus revealed in these verses?
Application - Now write a few sentences on how this passage applies to your life. Is there truth about God that you are to believe? Is the Holy Spirit convicting you of something you need to do or stop doing in light of God’s truth? Who could you share this story with and how God is speaking to you about it this week?
Prayer - Now write out a prayer to God in response to this Scripture. Be honest and express your heart to Him. God always listens and He delights in your prayers (Psalm 34:15; Proverbs 15:8).
Read Philippians 1
Highlight
Paul’s letter to the church in Philippi was a personal letter of gratitude and joy. It does not seem to have been intended to be circulated like some of his other letters. He wrote to the Philippians to share his gratitude in the support they sent, to share with them the significance of his imprisonment, and to address the murmurs of disunity. Paul’s love and respect for this church community can be felt in the way he addresses them. While both the church and Paul are in somewhat dire situations, Paul encourages them to see how God is working, and how the Spirit is able to advance even in the midst of despair.
Reflection & Prayer
For this reading plan we will be using a tool to guide our study of Scripture that’s called the S.O.A.P. Method. It stands for Scripture, Observation, Application, and Prayer. We recommend you use a journal with this method and write out your thoughts on each of these areas for each day of reading. It doesn’t have to be long-winded and you don’t need a fancy journal. But for anyone that has not journaled before, the benefit is that it often helps us focus and avoid distractions during prayer and Bible study.
S.O.A.P. Method
Scripture - Pick a verse or two that stood out to you and write it in your journal. Be looking for a “Holy Spirit Highlight.” What did you read and think “I needed to hear that” or felt like it was written just for you?
Observation - Now write some observations about the verse(s) or passage. What is this passage or verse saying about God? About people? How is Jesus revealed in these verses?
Application - Now write a few sentences on how this passage applies to your life. Is there truth about God that you are to believe? Is the Holy Spirit convicting you of something you need to do or stop doing in light of God’s truth? Who could you share this story with and how God is speaking to you about it this week?
Prayer - Now write out a prayer to God in response to this Scripture. Be honest and express your heart to Him. God always listens and He delights in your prayers (Psalm 34:15; Proverbs 15:8).
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